Genesis Cable 21145801 18/2 Stranded Riser Cable 500 Ft

Product Description

The GENESIS CABLE 21145801 is an 18 AWG, 2-conductor stranded riser-rated security cable supplied in a 500-foot spool with a white jacket. Riser (CMR) rating means the cable meets flame-spread requirements for vertical runs between floors, making it a code-compliant choice for in-wall and in-plenum-adjacent installations where CL2R or CMR classification is required. The stranded conductor construction improves flexibility during pull-through and termination compared to solid wire, which is an advantage in security and low-voltage alarm wiring applications. Licensed low-voltage and alarm technicians are the primary installers of this product.

This cable is used in residential and light commercial security, fire alarm signaling, access control, and general low-voltage wiring applications. It is well-suited for sensor loops, motion detector feeds, door and window contact wiring, and similar runs where an unshielded 2-conductor stranded cable meets the system design spec. The white jacket blends with standard interior wall finishes and is compatible with most security panel and device terminations that accept 18 AWG conductors.

Key Features

• 18 AWG stranded conductors for improved flexibility during installation
• 2-conductor configuration for standard low-voltage security and alarm circuits
• Riser (CMR) rating for code-compliant vertical floor-to-floor runs
• Unshielded construction reduces bulk and simplifies termination in typical security wiring layouts
• 500-foot spool length reduces splice points on longer runs
• White jacket finish suits standard residential and commercial interior environments

Compatibility

Designed as a standard riser-rated 18/2 stranded security cable suitable for low-voltage alarm, access control, and sensor wiring systems that specify CMR-rated unshielded 2-conductor cable.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or alarm technician in accordance with applicable NEC Article 760 and local code requirements for riser-rated cable. De-energize all connected panels and devices before terminating conductors. Avoid routing alongside high-voltage wiring without maintaining NEC-required separation distances. Do not exceed the cable's rated bend radius during pull-through to prevent conductor damage.